Explore an aquarium, planetarium, and natural history museum—all under one living roof.

Tusher African Hall

Explore the human species' evolutionary history—a still-unfolding story that began in Africa some 7 million years ago—while surrounded by dioramas of African wildlife and a splashing colony of African penguins.

Lions and cheetahs face off with zebras and antelope through the glass windows of their detailed displays. At the far end, a breeding colony of African penguins dip and dive in their 25,000-gallon tank. At the entrance, Human Odysseyinvites you to contemplate our species' origins.

Welcome to African Hall, where you can compare fossils of early human ancestors, walk alongside a computer animation of the famous "Lucy" skeleton, and follow the clues scientists use to investigate our past.

Human Odyssey

Trace the milestones of our species’ evolution and migrations in Human Odyssey, a dramatic addition to Tusher African Hall.

Meet Selam

"Selam," a near-complete fossilized skeleton of a 3.3 million-year-old A. afarensis child, comes to life in a new diorama amid stories of how her discovery has shaped our understanding of human history.

The California Academy of Sciences is a renowned scientific and educational institution dedicated to exploring, explaining, and sustaining life on Earth. Based in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, it is home to a world-class aquarium, planetarium, and natural history museum—all under one living roof.